Analysis: The play of Philip Rivers over the past two seasons has raised a lot of questions about whether he really can be one of the best QBs in the league, but part of that is because he's simply not a QB who can thrive if he doesn't get adequate protection, and the San Diego offensive line simply hasn't done the job. Fisher is a tall player, but one that displays very good balance and isn't easily rattled by quickness or pass-rushers who can counter. He reminds you a little bit of Nate Solder, a left tackle who uses athleticism to handle the rush, and can drive effectively as a run-blocker

More and more O line prospects are declaring for the draft by the day. The Chargers pick at 11, so there will be plenty of O line talent available.

I am definitely in the camp that thinks we should go O line early and often, but I wouldnt pass up a no-lose stud at a different position for "the best O lineman available" if he is of lesser value to the team. We still need CB help and a long look at our running game. O linemen CAN be found in the later rounds, but that isnt my Plan A for a little while.

If the Chargers had an O line that Rivers could be safe behind and that a decent RB could make hay behind, this would have been a much different season.

If there isnt anybody worth taking at such a high pick, or if Telesco can summon some "AJ in 04" magic...I wouldnt be opposed to trading down for more picks.

That said, we will have enough draft picks to fill some holes and add some depth. As I've repeated, I would go O line early and often...and I agree with you on the need for RB and CB. I just dont think we are quite so desperate to need to sacrifice quality for quantity unless we know at the time that it will be the best thing to do. A good GM will know...Telesco will get his first test very soon.

I originally thought we should go with DJ Fluker instead of Fisher, but after watching the championship, my belief is that we should go with Barret Jones from Alabama. Why? I don't feel like explaining it too much right now, but he played a little bit of offensive tackle for Alabama. He can pretty much play every spot on the line so he's the most versatile lineman in the draft. Then just watching him in the Notre Dame game, he just kicked ass everywhere he went. He kicked Manti Teo's ass, he kicked John Fox III's ass, he just went to town that game, while Fluker didn't really wow me. Meanwhile, I'm still just a little nervous about Fisher. I mean maybe if I watched him some more I'd be relieved, but he's from Central Michigan... Who's the best defensive end he's played? Iowa's?

Don't get me wrong, Eric Fisher will still be a really good idea for us. I just think Barret Jones, if available, would be a better choice.

I'm not trying to dog on the OP by any means but Mel Kiper knows squat about what teams will do. Though I do think it's a good idea to invest in our offensive line by drafting quality o-linemen early if we can.

I definitely agree with taking an offensive tackle early, but I wouldn't be opposed to trading up a few spots to get Milliner from Alabama if he falls to 8 or 9. Hell, I would be ok with drafting only Alabama players. Those guys know how to win.